Benefits:

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Do you ever look around and realize how much construction is going on these days? Do you have sales experience and want to be a part of the exciting construction industry? Special Testing Laboratories, a Bethel, CT Construction Materials Inspection and Testing Services company is seeking a Business Development / Sales Professional to generate/build new business, while maintaining ongoing relationships. This is a great opportunity to grow with an organization.

The successful candidate will not only be sales-oriented but someone who is able to develop a plan to target potential customers and then execute it. We believe that our people make our company a successful, forward-moving organization, and the ideal candidate is motivated and enjoys learning and working in a team environment.

This is not a commission only or contract position; we offer a base salary, mileage reimbursement, and Benefits package. Job location is in-office.

Job description:

Manage bidding, proposals, and pricing

Work directly with management to maintain relationships, while keeping management apprised of upcoming projects, as well as current project progress

Look for upcoming projects and stay on top of time-frames

Prospect and generate new business through leads and referrals, new client acquisition and customer retention, network with local groups and associations to find new business opportunities

Consistently seek industry knowledge to act as an expert for the client

Requirements:

Knowledge of construction industry a plus

2-3 years of successful sales experience is preferred but if you have less and the right attitude we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you

Minimum of Associates Degree required

Ability to set and achieve sales goals

Excellent/Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, time management, interpersonal, and follow-through skills

Ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients and co-workers

High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Acrobat, or ability to learn

STL is an equal-opportunity / affirmative-action employer.